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BenQ GV50 vs Optoma ML1080UST

BenQ GV50 is better for gaming and quieter. Optoma ML1080UST is lighter and in stock.

BenQ GV50MSRP $799
Optoma ML1080UST$785 · Amazon
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Key differences
White light output
500 lm ANSI650 lm ISO
Throw ratio
1.2:10.18:1
Lowest input lag
22.4 msDerived27 msDerived
Light source
Laser (phosphor)RGB triple laser
Fan noise
Normal 28 dB(A) · Eco 26 dB(A)Normal 35 dB(A) · Eco 30 dB(A)
MSRP
$799$1,199
Best price
—$785
Room fit
Distance to screen
2.7 m0.40 m
Picture
White light output
500 lm ANSI650 lm ISO
Claimed brightness (non-standard)
—1,200 lm
Brightness uniformity
—90%
Brightness by mode
—Max 600 lm · Normal 500 lm · Eco 400 lm
Eco brightness
—67%Derived
Imaging technology
DLPDLP
Chip / panel diagonal
0.23 in0.23 in
Native resolution
1080p (1920 × 1080)1080p (1920 × 1080)
Native aspect
16:9Derived16:9Derived
Dynamic contrast
100,000:12,500,000:1
Colour gamut
Rec. 709 92% coverageBT.2020 110% area
Colour bit depth (per channel)
8 bit—
HDR formats
HDR10, HLGHDR10, HLG
3D
—No
Light source
Light source
Laser (phosphor)RGB triple laser
Emitter
Blue laser + phosphor—
Light-source life
20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco20,000 h eco
Optics
Throw ratio
1.2:10.18:1
Image size
30–120 in60–100 in
Projection offset
100%135%
Zoom
DigitalDigital
Focal length
19.65 mm0.91 mm
Aperture (f-number)
1.92.1
Focus
—Motorised
Autofocus
YesYes
Autofocus runs
—When moved
Vertical lens shift
—None
Horizontal lens shift
—None
Vertical keystone
40°5°
Horizontal keystone
40°10°
Auto keystone
YesYes
Auto setup
Fit to screen, Obstacle avoidance—
Interchangeable lens
No—
Motion & gaming
Input lag
1080p: 60 Hz 22.4 ms1080p: 60 Hz 27 ms
Inputs & control
HDMI inputs
HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.3)HDMI 2.0
Other video inputs
USB-C (DisplayPort)None
Max input resolution
4K UHD4K UHD
USB media playback
YesYes
Horizontal scan
15–135 kHz15–135 kHz
Vertical scan
23–62 Hz24–60 Hz
Smart platform
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5—
Bluetooth
5.0—
Ethernet
—Yes
Smart platform
Google TVGoogle TV
OS version
11—
Netflix
Built inBuilt in
Casting
Chromecast built-inChromecast built-in
Smart home
Google Home—
Audio
Speaker power
18 W20 W
Speakers
—2
Layout
2.1Stereo
Audio formats
—Dolby Audio
Audio outputs
3.5 mm, HDMI ARC, BluetoothBluetooth
HDMI audio return
ARCDerivedNoneDerived
Bluetooth speaker mode
YesYes
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)
130 × 191 × 211 mm252 × 157 × 65 mm
Weight
2,100 g1,700 g
Orientations
—Table, Ceiling, Rear
Built-in stand
Base, 135° tilt, 360° pan—
Tripod socket
Yes—
Environment & power
Operating temperature
0–40°C0–40°C
Operating humidity
10–90%RH10–80%RH
Altitude
Up to 2,000 m762 m
Power draw
Max 90 W · Normal 85 W · Eco 60 WNormal 85 W · Eco 60 W
Standby
Up to 0.5 WUp to 0.5 W
Networked standby
Up to 2 W—
Power supply
External adapterUSB-C
Mains input
100–240 V · 50/60 Hz100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
DC input
19 V—
USB-C PD in
—100 W
Battery
—164 Wh
Battery runtime
About 150 min90 min
Fan noise
Normal 28 dB(A) · Eco 26 dB(A)Normal 35 dB(A) · Eco 30 dB(A)
Safety & support
Eye-protection sensor
Yes—
Marks
—FCC
Warranty
3 yr1 yr
User manual
https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR%20FOR%20CONSUMER/UserManual/GV50P/GV50P_UM_EN_250912185500.pdfhttps://region-resource.optoma.com/products/documents/0baJeD53jzBvx11dE1IJr8YYc8pUhzikUShMOgjZ.pdf
In the box
In the box
Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty cardPower cord, Power adapter, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide
Remote
—IR
BenQ GV50MSRP $799
Optoma ML1080UST$785 · Amazon
Buy